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The Heart of Christmas
A handsomely illustrated holiday book illuminates the true meaning of Christmas to modern people, featuring the insights of Max Lucado, David Jeremiah, and other Christian writers.
144 pages, Hardcover
First published October 10, 1999
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Max Lucado
1,248 books5,648 followersWith more than 150 million products in print and several NYT bestsellers, Max Lucado is America's bestselling inspirational author. He serves the Oak Hills Church in San Antonio, Texas, where he lives with his wife, Denalyn, and their mischievous mutt, Andy. His most recent book published in August 2024 and is titled What Happens Next.
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December 23, 2023
ESSAYS BY SIX POPULAR CHRISTIAN AUTHORS
The Introduction to this 1998 book states, “the very familiarity of Christmas sometimes causes us to overlook the most vital expressions of what should be a meaningful season. We have listened to the words of the great Christmas hymns so many times since childhood that we sometimes fail to appreciate their eloquent poetry… We’ve almost memorized the Bible story, we’ve sung the carols, we’ve hung the holly, and we’ve baked the turkey. When it comes to Christmas we’ve done it all. And yet, somewhere along the way, we may have lost touch with the heart of Christmas itself… this unique and priceless collection has been titled ‘The Heart of Christmas’ in hopes that through its message, we can once again feel the pulse and experience the energy of a miraculous story that transfuses new life into all who truly listen.” (Pg. viii-ix)
Bill Hybels states, “Has some experience hurt you so deeply that you’ve wanted to cry out, 'I can’t go on because nobody understands!’? If so, look at the stable. Be reminded this Christmas that Jesus understands. He’s been there. He can identify with you no matter what you’re going through. What’s more, you matter to Him more than you can possibly imagine.” (Pg. 44)
Rick Warren observes, “we spend most of our Christmas season searching for the perfect gift, the huge bargain, the ideal decoration, the last parking spot. At the very first Christmas, many people missed it because they were too busy looking for other things. The politicians missed the first Christmas. The business community missed the first Christmas. The innkeeper missed the first Christmas. Even the religious establishment missed the first Christmas, because they were looking at other things. The only people who enjoyed the very first Christmas … were the people who were looking for it.” (Pg. 95-96)
Jack Hayford points out, “This Christmas, I invite you to consider the Mary Miracle… Now if we were living in another period of church history, I would hesitate to use the expression ‘Mary Christmas.’ There have been times when the walls were more pronounced between Protestantism and Catholicism … But those walls are being broken down, and the love of God is bypassing human dogma and failure on both sides of the fences… also between other denominations, families, and individuals. As the Lord moves to break down barriers between people, you find that a lot of things are redeemed, including a chance to take a fresh look at Mary and the Mary Miracle.” (Pg. 124-125)
Chapters by John Maxwell, David Jeremiah, and Max Lucado are also included.
The Introduction to this 1998 book states, “the very familiarity of Christmas sometimes causes us to overlook the most vital expressions of what should be a meaningful season. We have listened to the words of the great Christmas hymns so many times since childhood that we sometimes fail to appreciate their eloquent poetry… We’ve almost memorized the Bible story, we’ve sung the carols, we’ve hung the holly, and we’ve baked the turkey. When it comes to Christmas we’ve done it all. And yet, somewhere along the way, we may have lost touch with the heart of Christmas itself… this unique and priceless collection has been titled ‘The Heart of Christmas’ in hopes that through its message, we can once again feel the pulse and experience the energy of a miraculous story that transfuses new life into all who truly listen.” (Pg. viii-ix)
Bill Hybels states, “Has some experience hurt you so deeply that you’ve wanted to cry out, 'I can’t go on because nobody understands!’? If so, look at the stable. Be reminded this Christmas that Jesus understands. He’s been there. He can identify with you no matter what you’re going through. What’s more, you matter to Him more than you can possibly imagine.” (Pg. 44)
Rick Warren observes, “we spend most of our Christmas season searching for the perfect gift, the huge bargain, the ideal decoration, the last parking spot. At the very first Christmas, many people missed it because they were too busy looking for other things. The politicians missed the first Christmas. The business community missed the first Christmas. The innkeeper missed the first Christmas. Even the religious establishment missed the first Christmas, because they were looking at other things. The only people who enjoyed the very first Christmas … were the people who were looking for it.” (Pg. 95-96)
Jack Hayford points out, “This Christmas, I invite you to consider the Mary Miracle… Now if we were living in another period of church history, I would hesitate to use the expression ‘Mary Christmas.’ There have been times when the walls were more pronounced between Protestantism and Catholicism … But those walls are being broken down, and the love of God is bypassing human dogma and failure on both sides of the fences… also between other denominations, families, and individuals. As the Lord moves to break down barriers between people, you find that a lot of things are redeemed, including a chance to take a fresh look at Mary and the Mary Miracle.” (Pg. 124-125)
Chapters by John Maxwell, David Jeremiah, and Max Lucado are also included.
December 22, 2024
Awesome Book if your looking for the literal “Heart of Christmas”. Also if you are a Christian, even if you know or think you know the heart of Christmas, this is still a great book just to read. Blessed my life🩷
March 25, 2023
Very relatable! An easy read to make you think about your relationship with God, not only at Christmas but all year. Well written by great authors.
December 6, 2025
I will read this at another time.
November 30, 2011
Baru saja membaca untuk yang keempat kalinya. Buku ini diterjamahkan ke dalam bahasa Indonesia dengan judul Natal, momen penuh makna. Sudah menjadi tradisi bagi saya sendiri untuk membaca buku ini tiap kali menjelang Natal. Kenapa? Karena buku ini termasuk salah satu buku yang mengubahkan saya lewat peristiwa Natal, hehe :D
December 9, 2011
I like the first two chapters. The rests are good and enjoyable. Christmas is now something new again for me. The best things I learn from this book are about looking for Christ even in a "stall", accepting Christ with humility and openness and obedience to His will like Mother Marry. Merry Christmas!
December 30, 2011
Some wonderful Christmas messages ... by some of today's great writers and preachers. Very inspirational, and I will keep this one as a classic to read and the beginning of the season in future years. Would be delightful daily devotions for the first week after Thanksgiving. It's also a great way to begin the new year!
December 20, 2015
Six essays having to do with various aspects of Christmas from renowned Christian authors. I enjoyed them all, especially Max Lucado's and Rick Warren's. A nice collection to help maintain perspective during an often-too-hectic holiday season.
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